Elijah Stanley, Jajuan Sanders

2 Young Pastors

Religion EN ↓ 62 episodes

2 Young Pastors explores the intersectionality between lifestyle and Christian spirituality. Elijah and Jajuan are literally 2 young pastors who are actively pastoring in the Washington DC area. They open up about the ups and downs of pastoral life. Each will bring their experience, jokes, questions, and ideals into discussions on topics ranging from romance and family to theology, race, politics, and personhood.

Author

Elijah Stanley, Jajuan Sanders

Category

Religion

Latest episode

May 5, 2026

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Episodes

5 Essentials for Powerful Testimonies 26.08.2025

Trust us, you’ll never share your story the same way again! Whether you’re sharing in church, with a friend, or on the Gram, these tips will help you tell your story with power and clarity.  Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

Should the Church Respond to I.C.E? 21.08.2025

In this episode, Elijah and Jajuan talk about I.C.E. and the complex issues surrounding immigration in the church context. Get ready for real talk, some healthy conviction, and a reminder that loving your neighbor is not optional. Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

5 Essentials to Jump Your Faith Journey 19.08.2025

Whether you’ve stalled out or just need a boost, this is your spiritual jumpstart. Let’s go! Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

Should Pastors Care About Career Advancement? 31.07.2025

Can ambition and anointing coexist? In this episode, the guys talk about the tension between calling and career, between serving and leveling up. Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

5 Reasons You May Be a BIG BACK 29.07.2025

Being anointed doesn’t cancel out high cholesterol. From soul food to self-discipline, from gym time to Sabbath rest, we are talking about why your body is not just a temple, it’s also your transportation for your purpose. Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

5 Essentials That A Good Spiritual Mentor Must Have 15.07.2025

We need mentors who don’t just quote Scripture, but live it. We're talking wisdom, humility, accountability, and the ability to call you out without canceling you. Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

The Problem with Achieving Success 10.07.2025

The guys talk about how every new level brings new devils, and how the spotlight can sometimes blind you to what really matters. Can you handle the pressure that comes with the platform? What do you do when the blessing feels heavier than the burden you prayed to escape? Sometimes success comes with stress, fake friends, and burnout. Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you apprecia...

5 Reasons Why You're Still Single 08.07.2025

Whether you’re single and searching, single and chilling, or single and spiritually ghosting everyone who tries to talk to you…this one's for you. Let’s get real, get healed, and maybe even get a date. Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

Debunking 5 Myths About Spiritual Gifts 19.06.2025

Do you really have to speak in tongues to be Spirit-filled? Can only pastors have gifts? What if your spiritual gift is... event planning. Whether you think you missed the "gifts line" or you're trying to figure out if your sarcasm is a gift or just personality, this episode is for YOU. Real talk, biblical truth, and plenty of laughs—served with a side of (spiritual) grits. Tell us...

When to Know It's Time to Move On 13.06.2025

Elijah and Jajuan talk about the holy art of letting go: jobs, churches, relationships, ministry positions, and even that one dream you thought would pop off (but didn’t). How do you know it’s God telling you to move on—and not just indigestion from last night’s Chick-fil-A? Let’s get into the signs, the struggles, and the sacred release of moving forward with peace. Pack your bags, saints. It mig...

5 Essentials For Picking Your Church Home 10.06.2025

Elijah and Jajuan got you covered with 5 essentials that’ll help you choose a church home without losing your spiritual sanity or falling for the free coffee and fog machine.  Whether you're new to faith, moving cities, or just tired of visiting churches that feel like auditions for Christian America’s Got Talent , this episode breaks it all down.  Tell us what you think! Thank you for listen...

How to Rebuild Broken Relationships 05.06.2025

Let’s be honest, some of y’all been ghosted since 2021 and still checking their story. In this episode, the guys talk about how to heal and rebuild relationships that hit the fan. Was it miscommunication, betrayal, or just some straight-up petty?   Can trust be restored? Should every relationship be fixed? And how do you know when to reach out... or just release it to Jesus and drink some tea?  Te...

5 Habits Killing Your Church's Culture 03.06.2025

In this episode, the guys break down 5 ways church culture gets KILLED from leadership drama to fake smiles in the foyer. 🙃 Whether it’s cliques in the choir, over-scheduled volunteers, or “we’ve always done it this way” syndrome, we’re calling it out (with love, of course). 💒❤️ If your church feels more like a boardroom than a body, this one's for you. Let’s laugh, learn, and maybe revive...

Why Cutting Off Friends Gets Messy 27.05.2025

Elijah and Jajuan are diving into the drama behind the delete button—because ending friendships isn’t always clean... it’s messy messy. 😬 💔 Do all friendships need closure—or just quiet unfollows? And can you love someone from a distance without turning into a passive-aggressive prayer warrior? 🙏🏾👋🏽The guys share their own awkward exits and unpack why ending friendships can bring guilt, conf...

Friend Break-upsHurt Too 15.05.2025

Like...cry-in-the-car, overthink-everything, block-then-unblock kind of hurt. 😩💬 The guys get real about the friendships that faded, flopped, or flat-out ghosted. Why do friendships end? How do you heal? And can you still pray for them even though they low-key did you dirty? 👀It’s honest, hilarious, and a little bit therapeutic. Because sometimes losing a friend hurts more than losing a relatio...

Believers & SINNERS 13.05.2025

Whether you’re Team “It’s just a movie” or Team “I had to fast after that one,” this convo’s for you! We’re asking the big question: What should believers be watching? Is it just entertainment, or is it low-key shaping our spirit? Can we binge sin-filled drama through the week and still shout “Won’t He do it!” on the weekend? 🤔🍿 Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate...

Can You Trust Your Friends? 08.05.2025

Elijah and Jajuan are spilling the holy tea this week—because not everybody who says “I got you” is really sent by God. Can you trust your circle? Or are you out here casting pearls to people who can’t even spell “loyalty”? 😅We’re talkin’ friendships: the good, the fake, and the ones that make you say, “How did I not see that coming?!” Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appre...

The Hardest Part of Walking In Your Purpose 06.05.2025

“Walk in your purpose!” Sounds cute… until you're 3 years into a job you hate, wondering if God forgot your address. 😩Is purpose just about your career? Is it a calling or a vibe? And what if you’re living right but still feel a little… lost? 🤷🏾‍♂️ Sometimes the hardest part of purpose isn’t finding it—it’s realizing it’s not always about a title, a platform, or your LinkedIn bio. Tell us...

The Problem With How Men Date Women 01.05.2025

Why is “God told me you’re my wife” still a pickup line in 2025? Why do some men want Proverbs 31 without being Ephesians 5? And can we PLEASE retire the phrase “I’m just waiting on confirmation”? 👏🏾It’s real, it’s goofy, and it might sting just a little. But hey—iron sharpens iron, right? Pull up a chair, bring your situationship stories, and let’s talk about how we can do better when it comes...

Watch What You Say! 17.04.2025

Yep—when you’ve got a platform, a mic, or even just a handful of followers, your words  matter ! Whether you're preaching, posting, or just podcasting in your mom’s basement—what you say can build up... or blow up. 💥 Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

"Stop Waiting on God?" 15.04.2025

Are you actually praying… or just stalling? Is it faith… or fear with a halo on? The guys break down the difference between divine timing and you just not doing the thing. Get ready for some laughs, real talk, and maybe the push you’ve been avoiding. Because sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do... is MOVE. Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, ple...

"Can You Trust the Church with Money?" 10.04.2025

Elijah and Jajuan are cracking open the offering plate and the awkward questions in this episode that might ruffle some pew cushions! Can you really trust the church with your hard-earned dollars? So if you’ve ever dropped a tithe and whispered, “Lord, I hope this doesn’t go to a new drum set,” this episode’s for you. Please pull up a seat, pass the plate (or don't), and let’s get into it. 🤑...

Passion vs Motivation 28.03.2025

Is Passion or Motivation driving you? Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

The Do's and Don'ts of Church Administration 28.03.2025

What does church administration look like? Is there a manual? Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

What You Wear Matters! 27.03.2025

Does what you wear share who you are before you speak? Jajuan and Elijah talk about it! Tell us what you think! Thank you for listening. If you appreciate the episode, please consider subscribing for more episodes, and pass it along to a friend!

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